In 2021, the Virginia General Assembly passed a new law that will greatly expand eligibility for record sealing. Non-convictions, many misdemeanor convictions, and some felony convictions will be eligible for sealing, and some of these records will be automatically sealed instead of the typical court process.
You are allowed to pursue your case “pro se,” meaning without an attorney. The court might provide the forms you need to file the petition. However, the process of expunging a criminal record can be challenging. You could lose your case if you don't follow the appropriate steps or complete the paperwork correctly.
Removal of Public Officers from Office. § 24.2-230. Applicability of article; certain exceptions. This article shall apply to all elected or appointed Commonwealth, constitutional, and local officers, except officers for whose removal the Constitution of Virginia specifically provides.
Removal of elected and certain appointed officers by courts.
How to Obtain an Expungement File the petition with a certified copy of the criminal charges. Serve the prosecutor with a copy of the petition and a certified copy of the charges. Obtain a complete set of fingerprints from a law enforcement agency.